Hey bummerkit,
Join the party! =) I too am a poor college kid brewing! :mug:
I brew 2.5 gallon batches in Mr.Beer kegs (I have 2), and have had a hell of a lot of success doing it. Of course, I don't use Mr.Beer recipes, which helps. :D
From MoreBeer.com the 6.5 gallon buckets are $8 +...